Faye: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A fairy name shimmering with magic and light.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #687
- Peak
- #146 in 1934
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Faye Means
Faye is a girl name of English origin. A fairy name shimmering with magic and light.
How Popular Faye Is
Faye currently ranks #687 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #146 in 1934. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Faye
- Faye peaked at #146 in the U.S. in 1934.
- Faye is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Faye
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Sibling Names for Faye
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Questions About Faye
What does Faye mean?
Faye is a girl name of English origin. A fairy name shimmering with magic and light.
How popular is Faye?
Faye currently ranks #687 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #146 in 1934. It has held steady.
Where does Faye come from?
Faye comes from English roots. Faye peaked at #146 in the U.S. in 1934.
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